Wednesday, June 19, 2024 MTR Corporation and China Mobile Hong Kong (CMHK) are thrilled to announce the progressive upgrade of the 5G mobile network across 24 MTR stations as of June 18, 2024. The new installation features 3.3 and 3.
5 GHz indoor base stations, promising passengers a faster, smoother, and low-latency 5G experience. Tin Hau Station has already seen the completion of these upgrades, with the enhanced service now operational. Upgrades in Wan Chai, Kowloon, and Admiralty stations are slated for completion within 2024, and the remaining stations are expected to be upgraded by the end of 2027.
The project sees MTR Corporation collaborating with all four mobile network operators in Hong Kong. Last year, CMHK secured the contract for the installation of 3.3 and 3.
5 GHz indoor base stations in 24 of the busiest MTR stations. This upgrade will significantly enhance the 5G network’s overall performance and service, allowing more passengers to use the network simultaneously and improving service for users of all participating mobile network operators. “Serving about five million passenger trips a day, MTR is committed to enhancing railway service and facilities so as to provide a quality travelling experience to passengers.
The 5G network currently covers all MTR stations and the further upgrade of spectrum enables passengers to stay connected at all times with a faster, smoother and more stable 5G mobile service in MTR stations and train compartments,” said Ms Jeny.